An octogenarian couple’s relationship is put to the test after one of them suffers a stroke in the Oscar nominated “Amour,” which begins this Friday, Feb. 15, at The Pageant Theatre.
Showtimes for “Amour” are 7:30 p.m. on Friday; 5 and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 16; 2:30 and 5 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 17; and 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18, through Thursday, Feb. 21. The doors will open 30 minutes prior to showtimes.
Admission to The Pageant Theatre is seven dollars for adults; five dollars for children and seniors; five dollars for matinee showtimes; and three dollars for Cheap Skate Monday.
Directed by Michael Haneke (“Cache,” “The White Ribbon”), “Amour” tells the story of two former musical teachers enjoying the retirement life in a comfortable apartment. After Anne (Emmanuelle Riva) suffers a stroke that leaves her partially paralyzed, Georges (Jean-Louis Trintignant) becomes her full-time caretaker. As Georges begins to struggle with the task, a visit from the couple’s daughter, Eva (Isabelle Huppert) reaffirms how secluded from society they have become in since retiring.
“Amour” is nominated for Best Picture; Best Director; Best Actress (Riva); Best Foreign Film; and Best Original Screenplay at this year's Academy Awards.
The Pageant Theatre is located at 351 East 6th Street in Chico.
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